The Global Undergraduate Semester Exchange Program (Global UGRAD) has officially opened its application cycle for the 2024-2025 academic year, and the deadline is fast approaching on September 25, 2024. This prestigious program, sponsored by the Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs (ECA) of the U.S. Department of State, provides undergraduate students from across the world the opportunity to spend a semester at a U.S. university.
Program Overview
Global UGRAD is a fully funded, non-degree exchange program that offers participants an immersive experience of academic, cultural, and social life in the U.S. Over the course of one semester, students engage in community service, leadership development, and cultural exchange, enriching their global perspectives.
Benefits and Sponsorship
Selected students for Global UGRAD program will receive:
- Tuition and fees at a U.S. university
- Campus housing
- Meal plan
- Health insurance
- Round-trip airfare
- Monthly living stipend
Eligibility Criteria
To qualify for the Global UGRAD program, applicants must:
- Be over 18 years old and citizens of one of the Global UGRAD participating countries (including Pakistan, Bangladesh, Egypt, Ukraine, and others).
- Be currently enrolled as full-time undergraduate students at an accredited institution, with at least one year of study remaining at their home university upon completing the UGRAD program.
- Have a solid command of written and spoken English. Some finalists may receive English language training if needed
How to Apply for UGRAD-US Scholarship?
The application process is straightforward:
- Open Global UGRAD website https://www.usefp.org/scholarships/global-ugrad.cfm and create an account.
- Complete the online application, including submission of academic transcripts, a personal statement, and supporting documents without any application fee.
- Finalists will be contacted for additional steps such as the English language proficiency test (TOEFL/Duolingo) and submission of reference letters.
Application Submission Deadline for UGRAD Scholarship
The deadline for the 2024-2025 Global UGRAD applications is September 25, 2024. Don’t miss this incredible opportunity to study in the United States for a semester, broaden your horizons, and develop leadership skills.